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Question
Independence Day was celebrated on 26 January in 1930.
Options
True
False
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Solution
The statement is true.
Explanation:
The Congress passed a resolution declaring 'Poorna Swaraj' or 'Complete Independence' as its goal. 26 January 1930 was declared as ' Independence Day'. On 26 January 1930, Independence Day was celebrated all over the country. The newly adopted Indian tricolour was unfurled and people solemnly took the pledge of freedom. 26 January was celebrated as Independence Day every year, till India finally became free in 1947. From 1950 onwards, 26 January has been celebrated as Republic Day.
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